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Expert Garbage Disposal Repair Services
When garbage disposal problems strike, Sears Home Services is ready to help. Our expert technicians bring decades of experience directly to your kitchen, quickly restoring this essential appliance to full functionality.
We understand both the mechanical complexity of garbage disposals and the urgency you feel when problems arise. Our factory-trained technicians bring specialized expertise to diagnose and repair every type of garbage disposal failure.
Common Garbage Disposal Issues We Fix
Through the years, we've noticed these common garbage disposal failures.
Unit Not Turning On
When your garbage disposal is completely dead, try these DIY fixes to get it going again:
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Check That the Garbage Disposal is Plugged In: Ensure the disposal is plugged in securely. Many disposals plug into an outlet beneath the sink.
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Reset the Garbage Disposal Overload Switch: Locate the reset button, typically a small red button on the bottom of the unit. Press it to reset the motor.
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Test the Electrical Outlet: Check to see if the electrical outlet is working by plugging a night light or other item into the outlet.
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Reset the House Circuit Breaker: If the outlet is dead, reset the house circuit breaker. If the outlet still doesn’t work after resetting the breaker, have an electrician fix the electrical outlet.
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Check the Power Cord: If the outlet works, unplug the garbage disposal and check the power cord wiring. Reconnect any loose power cord wires or replace the power cord if it’s damage.
If these troubleshooting tips don’t help, then an internal wiring failure or a bad motor could be preventing the garbage disposal from working.
Schedule appliance repair service to have a service technician fix the problem.
Unusual Noises
A humming sound indicates the motor is getting electrical power but the impellers aren’t spinning. This often happens when something jams the mechanism.
Follow these steps to free up jammed impellers:
- Unplug the garbage disposal power cord.
- Insert an Allen wrench into the hex-shaped hole on the bottom of the disposal unit and move it back and forth to dislodge the jammed item.
- Use tongs to lift the debris out of the hopper.
- Plug the garbage disposal back in.
Test the garbage disposal to see if it works. If not, schedule service to have a Sears Home Services technician fix the problem.
Water Leaks
A leaking garbage disposal can damage your cabinet and flooring if not addressed quickly.
Identify the source of the leak and take the appropriate troubleshooting steps.
- Top Leak: Check the sink flange and tighten the mounting bolts. Replace an leaking parts.
- Side Leak: Inspect the dishwasher or drain pipe connections and tighten or replace pipes and/or gaskets.
- Bottom Leak: A bottom leak often indicates a cracked disposal unit that needs replacement.
If you're unable to find and resolve the source of the garbage disposal leak, schedule appliance repair and we'll send out a technician to fix the leak for you.
Why Choose Sears Home Services?
What makes Sears Home Services different?
- Certified Technicians: It starts with experience—over 50 years of it. Our technicians have pretty much seen it all when it comes to garbage disposal issues.
- Nationwide Service: We're the #1 provider of appliance repair across the nation and we have local technicians in your area to fix your garbage disposal
- Satisfaction Guarantee: We back up our work with a satisfaction guarantee. We get the job done right.
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Ready to get your garbage disposal working perfectly again? Schedule your appliance repair today at Sears Home Services or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to speak with our customer service team.
Frequently Asked Questions
When your garbage disposal is making a humming noise but not grinding, it's likely that something has become jammed in the mechanism.
Common culprits include food waste or non-food items that get lodged in the blades.
It's important not to reach into the disposal yourself, as this can be dangerous. Instead, schedule a professional repair service to safely identify and clear the obstruction.
While minor issues like jams or leaks can usually be repaired, if your disposal is making persistent strange noises, leaking from multiple spots, or frequently malfunctioning, it may be time to consider replacement.
A professional technician will assess the overall condition of the unit, taking into account its age, performance, and repair history, to determine whether repair or replacement is the best option for you.
If your garbage disposal is leaking water, it’s important to act quickly to prevent damage to your cabinetry and flooring.
Leaks from the top of the disposal typically indicate a problem with the sink flange seal, while leaks from the bottom could suggest internal seal failure or a crack in the unit.
A professional technician can properly diagnose the cause and provide an effective solution.
While some minor issues, like resetting a tripped circuit or clearing a simple jam with a hex wrench, can be handled by homeowners, most garbage disposal problems require professional attention.
Disposals involve a combination of electricity, water, and sharp blades, making them dangerous for DIY repairs.
A professional technician has the right tools, experience, and knowledge to safely and accurately address the issue, ensuring a long-lasting fix.
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